Email: redfishpac@gmail.com
Parent Advisory Council
A forum for information and discussion
What is a PAC...and why am I on it?
A Parent Advisory Gouncil (PAC) is:
The parent voice at the school level
May advise the school board, principal, and staff on any matter relating to the school.
Elects a representative to the DPAC
And most important...is made up of:
All parents and guardians of students in the school.
Purposes of PACs
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To promote the education and welfare of students
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To encourage parent involvement in the school
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To advise the school board, principal, and staff on any matter relating to the school
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To promote the interests of public education
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To provide leadership
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To contribute to a sense of community within the school and between the school, home, and neighbourhood
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To provide parent education and professional development, and a forum for discussion of educational issues
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To assist parents in obtaining information and communicating with the principal and staff about their child's progress or other concerns
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To assist the principal and staff in ensuring the highest safety standards are maintained in the school and neighbourhood
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To organize and support activities for students and parents
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To provide financial support for the goals of this council, as determined by the membership
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To advise and participate in the activities of the district parent advisory council and the BC Confederation of Parent Advisory Councils
"Education is a shared commitment between
dedicated teachers, motivated students,
and enthusiastic parents
with high expectations"
Bob Beauprez